LODGING Staff - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 12

Luxurious hotel lounge with a central bar, chandelier, and groups of guests seated at tables and on green chairs.

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Hyatt Regency Ontario to Unveil Over 22,000 Sq. Ft. of New Event Space Following 2026 Renovation

🏨 Ontario, California—By late fall 2026, the Ontario Airport Hotel & Conference Center will rebrand as Hyatt Regency Ontario, featuring over 22,000 square feet of redesigned meeting spaces by Gensler. Inspired by the Monarch butterfly and Southern California's landscape, the design emphasizes sustainability with materials such as FSC-certified wood and low VOC options. Culinary offerings will include Mediterranean cuisines with a farm-to-table emphasis. The transformation aims to support focus and creativity in meeting environments.

Professionals networking at round high tables in a bright modern lobby with a blue Hospitality Forum banner in the background.

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PPDS Launches Philips Unite LED 3000 Series, Offering Flexible dvLED Panels for Hospitality and Business Spaces

📷 In August 2026, PPDS launched the Philips Unite LED 3000 Series in Amsterdam, featuring flexible dvLED panels tailored for hospitality spaces like hotels, bars, and cafes. The panels offer pixel-pitch options of 0.9, 1.2, 1.5, and 1.8, with brightness up to 1000 nits and refresh rates up to 7680 Hz. Designed for energy efficiency, they feature IP54 front and IP31 rear protection. Jeroen Brants emphasized premium experiences without performance compromise.

Resort hotel with beige towers, palm trees, and a wooden boardwalk over a calm lake at dusk.

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Ryman Hospitality to Acquire Grande Lakes Orlando Resort for $1.38 Billion, Expanding Hotel Portfolio with JW Marriott and Ritz-Carlton Brands

🏨 Ryman Hospitality Properties plans to purchase Grande Lakes Orlando Resort in Orlando, Florida, for $1.38 billion from Trinity Investments. The 409-acre site includes a 1,010-room JW Marriott, a 582-room Ritz-Carlton, and an 18-hole golf course. The resort offers 1,592 rooms, 320,000 sq ft of meeting space, and $150 million in recent renovations. The acquisition, closing in Q3 2026, expands Ryman's Marriott presence, introducing the Ritz-Carlton brand to its portfolio.

Hyatt hotel exterior at dusk, a multi-story beige building with lit windows and a welcoming entrance canopy.

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Hunter Advisors Brokers Sale of 358-Room Hyatt Regency Long Island Hotel for Ashford Hospitality Trust

🏨 Hunter Advisors brokered the sale of the Hyatt Regency Long Island, a 358-room hotel, in Hauppauge, NY. Ashford Hospitality Trust was the seller. The hotel offers 18,000 sq. ft. of event space, dining options, pools, and a fitness center. It's adjacent to Wind Watch Golf & Country Club and near Long Island Innovation Park. The strategic location provides access to major highways, MacArthur Airport, and Ronkonkoma train station, making it an attractive acquisition.

Modern conference room with many rows of black chairs facing a raised stage with a panel desk and vertical light panels, ready for a seminar. - or - Empty auditorium-style hall with rows of chairs toward a front stage and natural light from windows. - or - Bright, spacious lecture hall with floor-to-ceiling windows and a minimalistic stage at the front. - or - An event venue prepared for a presentation: rows of seating converging on a front table. - or - Large presentation room with numerous chairs, a front table, and decorative back wall lighting.

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G6 Hospitality Concludes Nationwide Town Halls with Over 150 Franchise Owners to Shape Future Priorities

🏠 G6 Hospitality, parent of Motel 6 and Studio 6, concluded town halls with 150 franchise owners in Texas, Oklahoma, Illinois, Ohio, California, Arizona, and Oregon. Held post-annual convention in Cancún, these meetings aimed to discuss business performance and gather feedback. Discussions included revenue growth, technology, and franchise success. Leadership shared updates on investments in technology and safety. G6 Hospitality plans ongoing regional engagement to strengthen its network of nearly 1,500 properties across the U.S. and Canada.

Exterior view of a modern brick hotel at dusk with Moxy signage and street-level storefronts

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Colwen Hotels Opens First Hotel in Portland's Thompson's Point with 148 Guestrooms and Dual Branding

🏨 Colwen Hotels has introduced the first hotel in Portland’s Thompson’s Point district: the dual-branded Residence Inn and Moxy Hotel. Opened in Portland, Maine, the five-story property offers 148 guestrooms. Residence Inn features 70 suites with kitchens for extended stays, while Moxy provides 78 tech-integrated rooms. Located near Portland Transportation Center and three miles from downtown, amenities include an indoor pool, fitness center, and Bar Moxy with local craft beers.

Aerial view of a tropical coastal town with waterfront resorts and a marina along clear blue-green water with palm trees.

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Sixth Street Acquires Pier House Resort & Spa in Key West for $190 Million in Partnership with Riller Capital

🏨 Sixth Street acquired the Pier House Resort & Spa, a 142-room oceanfront hotel in Key West, Florida, for $190 million from Braemar Hotels & Resorts. Located on five acres at the gateway to Duval Street, it offers oceanfront dining, a spa, fitness center, pool, and private beach. The deal was supported by Riller Capital and financing from Starwood Property Trust, with legal advice from Latham & Watkins.

Two rolling suitcases, white and yellow, with extended handles, standing in a modern airport terminal.

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Amadeus Report: Canadian Travel to New York for 2026 U.S. Open Increases by 14% Year on Year

🏢 Amadeus analyzed travel data for the 2026 U.S. Open from August 21 to September 13. Canadian air bookings to New York rose 14% year-on-year, comprising 4.3% of international inbound travel, up from 3.6% in 2025. Domestic air arrivals increased by 15%, driven by California, Florida, and Texas, accounting for 71% of domestic growth. Economy bookings surged 21%. Business travel grew by 2%, with long international stays over 14 nights rising 6%.

Exterior of a Hyatt Place hotel with brick façade, multiple stories, and a covered entrance at street level.

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SREE Hotels Acquires 130-Room Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista in Strategic Expansion in South Carolina

🏨 SREE Hotels has acquired the 130-room Hyatt Place Columbia/Downtown/The Vista in Columbia, South Carolina, managed by General Manager Andrew Soltau. Located in Columbia's vibrant arts district, the six-story hotel offers access to the University of South Carolina and several city attractions. Guests enjoy amenities like a complimentary breakfast bar, a 24-hour fitness center, and 2,050 square feet of meeting space. SREE Hotels' CEO Parag Patel expressed confidence in Columbia's growth and market resilience.

Outdoor bar area with a long high counter and metal stools, turquoise wall, bottle display, and ocean view beyond the deck.

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Hampton Inn & Suites Myrtle Beach Oceanfront Completes Extensive Renovation Adding Three New Dining Concepts and Enhanced Amenities

🏖 Hampton Inn & Suites Myrtle Beach Oceanfront completed a major renovation in August 2026 in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. The renovations include new dining options with three new restaurant concepts and enhanced amenities. Whitecaps Sweets & Treats, Reel Food & Drinks, and Flipside Pizza offer diverse culinary choices. The resort also features two oceanfront lazy rivers, multiple pools, hot tubs, and a children's water play area, enhancing the family-friendly, oceanfront experience.

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